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Iyas Lawrence is an independent journalist and the Founder of Makna Talks, a media company based in Jakarta. Under his leadership, Makna Talks has become a notable player in Indonesia's media landscape, offering insightful and engaging content across different platforms. With over a decade of experience in the media industry, Iyas has made significant contributions through various roles. These include hosting a morning TV show, working as a journalist and photojournalist for a global company, and broadcasting on the radio. His background in Art & Design has enriched his creative approach and storytelling techniques in journalism.
Iyas Lawrence adalah seorang jurnalis independen dan pendiri Makna Talks, sebuah perusahaan media yang berbasis di Jakarta. Di bawah kepemimpinannya, Makna Talks berhasil menjadi pemain penting di lanskap media Indonesia, menawarkan konten yang mendalam dan menarik di platform yang beragam. Dengan pengalaman lebih dari satu dekade di industri media, Iyas telah memberikan kontribusi signifikan melalui berbagai peran, termasuk menjadi pembawa acara program TV pagi, bekerja sebagai jurnalis dan fotojurnalis untuk perusahaan global, serta menjadi penyiar radio. Latar belakangnya di bidang Seni & Desain turut memperkaya pendekatan kreatifnya, juga teknik bercerita dalam jurnalisme.